QC INSPECTOR
Carbon60 is looking to recruit an experienced QC Inspector to support fabric inspection and quality control activities within a fast-paced textile manufacturing environment in Keighley.
ROLE: QC Inspector
PAY RATE: £16.20 per hour
CONTRACT TYPE: ASAP - November | Night Shift | Monday to Friday | 10pm - 6am
LOCATION: Keighley
THE ROLE:
The successful candidate will work as part of a dedicated inspection team responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards across loom-state and finished fabric inspection processes.
This is a hands-on role suited to individuals with strong attention to detail and experience working within quality-focused manufacturing or textile environments. The role will involve leading and supporting inspection activities while ensuring daily production targets and operational standards are consistently achieved.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Inspect off-loom and finished fabric to ensure compliance with quality standards
2. Carry out mandatory quality and shade checks against fabric specifications
3. Patrol and mend fabric using the accumulator loom inspection system
4. Accurately record and map faults using QT terminals or manual fault maps
5. Identify fabric faults using tailor's chalk in line with agreed specifications
6. Allocate and transfer fabric pieces to the correct system locations with relevant allowances
7. Load 'A' frames and manage fabric movement from finishers
8. Ensure fabric presentation standards are maintained prior to delivery
9. Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards across all working areas
10. Communicate effectively with managers, peers, and production teams
11. Support continuous production and operational excellence within the inspection department
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
12. Previous experience within a textile or manufacturing environment
13. Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision and accuracy
14. Ability to follow processes and quality procedures consistently
15. Good problem-solving skills and proactive approach to work
16. Comfortable working within a fast-paced production environment
17. Understanding of health & safety procedures within manufacturing settings
18. GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)
DESIRABLE:
19. Previous fabric inspection or textile quality control experience
20. Experience using Lean tools and techniques
21. Basic Excel and Microsoft Word skills
22. Experience working night shifts within production or manufacturing environments